2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos

To start off, both 2008 GMC Canyon and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Canyon 2008 Volkswagen Eos
Make GMC Volkswagen
Model Canyon Eos
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L